Attend the unveiling of a prestigious Purple Plaque commemorating the remarkable achievements of Dr. Bakul Gupta and Deliver Biosciences at Imperial College London, Royal School of Mines.
The Purple Plaque unveiling ceremony will honour the pioneering work of Dr Gupta and Deliver Biosciences, the first UK biotech company spearheading the development of scalable and affordable curative therapies for patients in need. Leveraging a ground-breaking nanoparticle-based platform technology, Deliver Biosciences is revolutionising the treatment landscape by genetically modifying cells within patients to deliver transformative cures. Their inaugural product focuses on developing therapies by modifying immune cells in situ to combat cancer, marking a significant advancement in the fight against this formidable disease.
Dr. Gupta, the CEO and Co-founder of Deliver Biosciences, has been instrumental in driving the company’s vision since its inception in 2019, alongside her colleague, Dr. George Tetley. A distinguished alumna of UNSW Australia, Dr. Gupta holds a PhD and BSc in Nanotechnology and Chemistry. Following her postdoctoral training at Imperial College London under the guidance of Professor Dame Molly Stevens, she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey with Deliver Biosciences.
Dr. Gupta’s has received numerous accolades, including being listed among the Top 30 Biotech Entrepreneurs to Watch and receiving prestigious accolades such as Innovate UK’s Women In Innovation award. Her contributions have left an indelible mark on the UK entrepreneurial ecosystem, inspiring future generations of innovators.
The Purple Plaque, awarded by Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, signifies the significant impact of Dr. Gupta and Deliver Biosciences in advancing scientific innovation and improving patient care. Innovate UK is dedicated to fostering a vibrant innovation ecosystem that supports businesses in developing life-changing technologies. As part of its commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion, Innovate UK launched the Women in Innovation Award in 2016 to empower women entrepreneurs and drive economic growth. This initiative has not only increased the representation of women in business innovation but has also catalysed a surge in applications for funding and support.